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Black History Month: Kids' Books

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Celebrate Black History Month with these titles available at Wellington County Library.

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Africville

Africville

by Grant, Shauntay

Picture Book - 2018

When a young girl visits the site of Africville, in Halifax, Nova Scotia, the stories she's heard from her family come to mind. She imagines what the comm...Show more When a young girl visits the site of Africville, in Halifax, Nova Scotia, the stories she's heard from her family come to mind. She imagines what the community was once like--the brightly painted houses nestled into the hillside, the field where boys played football, the pond where all the kids went rafting, the bountiful fishing, the huge bonfires. Show less

When a young girl visits the site of Africville, in Halifax, Nova Scotia, the stories she's heard from her family come to mind. She imagines what the comm...Show more When a young girl visits the site of Africville, in Halifax, Nova Scotia, the stories she's heard from her family come to mind. She imagines what the community was once like--the brightly painted houses nestled into the hillside, the field where boys played football, the pond where all the kids went rafting, the bountiful fishing, the huge bonfires. Show less

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Idia of the Benin Kingdom

Idia of the Benin Kingdom

by Aire, Ekiuwa

Picture Book - 2020

Join Idia of the Benin Kingdom as she molds herself from the young and curious daughter of a village warrior to becoming the Queen of the ancient African Kingdom of Benin. Join Idia of the Benin Kingdom as she molds herself from the young and curious daughter of a village warrior to becoming the Queen of the ancient African Kingdom of Benin. Show less

Join Idia of the Benin Kingdom as she molds herself from the young and curious daughter of a village warrior to becoming the Queen of the ancient African Kingdom of Benin. Join Idia of the Benin Kingdom as she molds herself from the young and curious daughter of a village warrior to becoming the Queen of the ancient African Kingdom of Benin. Show less

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A Likkle Miss Lou

A Likkle Miss Lou

How Jamaican Poet Louise Bennett Coverley Found Her Voice

by Hohn, Nadia L.

Picture Book - 2019

'Miss Lou' is widely credited as having helped Jamaican Patois recognized as a "nation language." Thanks to her writing and her work in TV and radio, Jamaican Patois was embraced internationally. 'Miss Lou' is widely credited as having helped Jamaican Patois recognized as a "nation language." Thanks to her writing and her work in TV and radio, Jamaican Patois was embraced internationally. Show less

'Miss Lou' is widely credited as having helped Jamaican Patois recognized as a "nation language." Thanks to her writing and her work in TV and radio, Jamaican Patois was embraced internationally. 'Miss Lou' is widely credited as having helped Jamaican Patois recognized as a "nation language." Thanks to her writing and her work in TV and radio, Jamaican Patois was embraced internationally. Show less

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Oscar Lives Next Door

Oscar Lives Next Door

A Story Inspired by Oscar Peterson's Childhood

by Farmer, Bonnie

eBook - 2015

Long before Oscar Peterson became a virtuoso jazz pianist, he was a boy who loved to play the trumpet. Long before Oscar Peterson became a virtuoso jazz pianist, he was a boy who loved to play the trumpet. Show less

Long before Oscar Peterson became a virtuoso jazz pianist, he was a boy who loved to play the trumpet. Long before Oscar Peterson became a virtuoso jazz pianist, he was a boy who loved to play the trumpet. Show less

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The Stone Thrower

The Stone Thrower

by Richardson, Jael Ealey

Picture Book - 2016

African-American football player Chuck Ealey grew up in a segregated neighborhood of Portsmouth, Ohio. Against all odds, he became an incredible quarterba...Show more African-American football player Chuck Ealey grew up in a segregated neighborhood of Portsmouth, Ohio. Against all odds, he became an incredible quarterback. But despite his unbeaten record in high school and university, he would never play professional football in the United States. Show less

African-American football player Chuck Ealey grew up in a segregated neighborhood of Portsmouth, Ohio. Against all odds, he became an incredible quarterba...Show more African-American football player Chuck Ealey grew up in a segregated neighborhood of Portsmouth, Ohio. Against all odds, he became an incredible quarterback. But despite his unbeaten record in high school and university, he would never play professional football in the United States. Show less

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Trailblazers

Trailblazers

The Black Pioneers Who Have Shaped Canada

by Ridley-Padmore, Tiyahna

Book - 2020

Introduces readers to Canada's Black history through stories of over forty incredible Black pioneers. Introduces readers to Canada's Black history through stories of over forty incredible Black pioneers. Show less

Introduces readers to Canada's Black history through stories of over forty incredible Black pioneers. Introduces readers to Canada's Black history through stories of over forty incredible Black pioneers. Show less

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Famous Black Canadians

Famous Black Canadians

by Heikel, Ramona

Book - 2020

Discusses the life and accomplishments of Black Canadians from Canada's earliest days to the present, exploring the struggles that many early settlers faced, and the continuing struggle for equal treatment. Discusses the life and accomplishments of Black Canadians from Canada's earliest days to the present, exploring the struggles that many early settlers faced, and the continuing struggle for equal treatment. Show less

Discusses the life and accomplishments of Black Canadians from Canada's earliest days to the present, exploring the struggles that many early settlers faced, and the continuing struggle for equal treatment. Discusses the life and accomplishments of Black Canadians from Canada's earliest days to the present, exploring the struggles that many early settlers faced, and the continuing struggle for equal treatment. Show less

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Working for Freedom

Working for Freedom

The Story of Josiah Henson

by Arato, Rona

Book - 2008

A biography of Josiah Henson, the escaped slave who found freedom in Canada and helped to lead 118 slaves to safety as a conductor on the Underground Railroad. A biography of Josiah Henson, the escaped slave who found freedom in Canada and helped to lead 118 slaves to safety as a conductor on the Underground Railroad. Show less

A biography of Josiah Henson, the escaped slave who found freedom in Canada and helped to lead 118 slaves to safety as a conductor on the Underground Railroad. A biography of Josiah Henson, the escaped slave who found freedom in Canada and helped to lead 118 slaves to safety as a conductor on the Underground Railroad. Show less

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Viola Desmond

Viola Desmond

A Hero for Us All

by Howden, Sarah

Easy Reader - 2019

In 1946, Viola Desmond refused to leave her seat in the area of a movie theatre reserved for white people. Today, her image appears on the Canadian ten-dollar bill to commemorate her courageous act. In 1946, Viola Desmond refused to leave her seat in the area of a movie theatre reserved for white people. Today, her image appears on the Canadian ten-dollar bill to commemorate her courageous act. Show less

In 1946, Viola Desmond refused to leave her seat in the area of a movie theatre reserved for white people. Today, her image appears on the Canadian ten-dollar bill to commemorate her courageous act. In 1946, Viola Desmond refused to leave her seat in the area of a movie theatre reserved for white people. Today, her image appears on the Canadian ten-dollar bill to commemorate her courageous act. Show less

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Meet Willie O'Ree

Meet Willie O'Ree

by MacLeod, Elizabeth

Book - 2020

Meet Willie O'Ree--Hockey Hall of Famer and a trailblazer for diversity on and off the ice! Meet Willie O'Ree--Hockey Hall of Famer and a trailblazer for diversity on and off the ice! Show less

Meet Willie O'Ree--Hockey Hall of Famer and a trailblazer for diversity on and off the ice! Meet Willie O'Ree--Hockey Hall of Famer and a trailblazer for diversity on and off the ice! Show less

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P.K. Subban

P.K. Subban

Fighting Racism to Become A Hockey Superstar and A Role Model for Athletes of Colour

by Rondina, Catherine

Book - 2020

A look at the life and career of hockey player P.K. Subban, including his stand against racism, which he himself has encountered throughout his time playing hockey. A look at the life and career of hockey player P.K. Subban, including his stand against racism, which he himself has encountered throughout his time playing hockey. Show less

A look at the life and career of hockey player P.K. Subban, including his stand against racism, which he himself has encountered throughout his time playing hockey. A look at the life and career of hockey player P.K. Subban, including his stand against racism, which he himself has encountered throughout his time playing hockey. Show less

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Black Women Who Dared

Black Women Who Dared

by Moyer, Naomi M.

Book - 2018

Tells the story of ten extraordinary Black Canadian women who were rebels and risk takers, and who were dedicated to serving their dreams as well as serving their communities. Tells the story of ten extraordinary Black Canadian women who were rebels and risk takers, and who were dedicated to serving their dreams as well as serving their communities. Show less

Tells the story of ten extraordinary Black Canadian women who were rebels and risk takers, and who were dedicated to serving their dreams as well as serving their communities. Tells the story of ten extraordinary Black Canadian women who were rebels and risk takers, and who were dedicated to serving their dreams as well as serving their communities. Show less

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Meet Mary Ann Shadd

Meet Mary Ann Shadd

by MacLeod, Elizabeth

Book - 2022

Meet Mary Ann Shadd: anti-slavery activist, newspaper publisher, and social justice pioneer! Meet Mary Ann Shadd: anti-slavery activist, newspaper publisher, and social justice pioneer! Show less

Meet Mary Ann Shadd: anti-slavery activist, newspaper publisher, and social justice pioneer! Meet Mary Ann Shadd: anti-slavery activist, newspaper publisher, and social justice pioneer! Show less

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Welcome to the Cypher

Welcome to the Cypher

by Dill, Khodi

Picture Book - 2021

Words burn bright in this joyful celebration of rap, creativity, and self-expression. Words burn bright in this joyful celebration of rap, creativity, and self-expression. Show less

Words burn bright in this joyful celebration of rap, creativity, and self-expression. Words burn bright in this joyful celebration of rap, creativity, and self-expression. Show less

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The Kids Book of Black Canadian History

The Kids Book of Black Canadian History

by Sadlier, Rosemary

Book - 2003

An overview of the role Black Canadians have played in the development of Canada, including the stories of those who fought oppression. An overview of the role Black Canadians have played in the development of Canada, including the stories of those who fought oppression. Show less

An overview of the role Black Canadians have played in the development of Canada, including the stories of those who fought oppression. An overview of the role Black Canadians have played in the development of Canada, including the stories of those who fought oppression. Show less

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The Watsons Go to Birmingham—1963

The Watsons Go to Birmingham—1963

by Curtis, Christopher Paul

eBook - 2013

Enter the hilarious world of ten-year-old Kenny and his family, the Weird Watsons of Flint, Michigan. There's Momma, Dad, little sister Joetta, and brothe...Show more Enter the hilarious world of ten-year-old Kenny and his family, the Weird Watsons of Flint, Michigan. There's Momma, Dad, little sister Joetta, and brother Byron, who's thirteen and an "official juvenile delinquent." When Byron gets to be too much trouble, they head South to Birmingham to visit Grandma, the one person who can shape him up. And they'll be in Birmingham during one of the darkest moments in America's history. Show less

Enter the hilarious world of ten-year-old Kenny and his family, the Weird Watsons of Flint, Michigan. There's Momma, Dad, little sister Joetta, and brothe...Show more Enter the hilarious world of ten-year-old Kenny and his family, the Weird Watsons of Flint, Michigan. There's Momma, Dad, little sister Joetta, and brother Byron, who's thirteen and an "official juvenile delinquent." When Byron gets to be too much trouble, they head South to Birmingham to visit Grandma, the one person who can shape him up. And they'll be in Birmingham during one of the darkest moments in America's history. Show less

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The 1619 Project

The 1619 Project

Born on the Water

by Hannah-Jones, Nikole

Picture Book - 2021

Stymied by her unfinished family tree assignment for school, a young girl seeks Grandma's counsel and learns about her ancestors, the consequences of slavery, and the history of Black resistance in the United States. Stymied by her unfinished family tree assignment for school, a young girl seeks Grandma's counsel and learns about her ancestors, the consequences of slavery, and the history of Black resistance in the United States. Show less

Stymied by her unfinished family tree assignment for school, a young girl seeks Grandma's counsel and learns about her ancestors, the consequences of slavery, and the history of Black resistance in the United States. Stymied by her unfinished family tree assignment for school, a young girl seeks Grandma's counsel and learns about her ancestors, the consequences of slavery, and the history of Black resistance in the United States. Show less

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Martin's Big Words

Martin's Big Words

The Life of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr

by Rappaport, Doreen

Book - 2001

This Caldecott Honor, Coretta Scott King Honor, and New York Times Book Review Best Illustrated Children's Book picture book biography of Dr. Martin Luthe...Show more This Caldecott Honor, Coretta Scott King Honor, and New York Times Book Review Best Illustrated Children's Book picture book biography of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. brings his life and the profound nature of his message to young children through his own words. Show less

This Caldecott Honor, Coretta Scott King Honor, and New York Times Book Review Best Illustrated Children's Book picture book biography of Dr. Martin Luthe...Show more This Caldecott Honor, Coretta Scott King Honor, and New York Times Book Review Best Illustrated Children's Book picture book biography of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. brings his life and the profound nature of his message to young children through his own words. Show less

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The People Remember

The People Remember

by Zoboi, Ibi Aanu

Book - 2021

From award-winning, New York Times bestselling author Ibi Zoboi comes her debut picture book--a tour de force that uses the principles of Kwanzaa to talk about the history of African Americans. From award-winning, New York Times bestselling author Ibi Zoboi comes her debut picture book--a tour de force that uses the principles of Kwanzaa to talk about the history of African Americans. Show less

From award-winning, New York Times bestselling author Ibi Zoboi comes her debut picture book--a tour de force that uses the principles of Kwanzaa to talk about the history of African Americans. From award-winning, New York Times bestselling author Ibi Zoboi comes her debut picture book--a tour de force that uses the principles of Kwanzaa to talk about the history of African Americans. Show less

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Rosa Parks

Rosa Parks

by Kaiser, Lisbeth

Book - 2017

Rosa Parks grew up in Alabama, where she learned to stand up for herself at an early age. Rosa went on to become a civil rights activist. In 1955, she ref...Show more Rosa Parks grew up in Alabama, where she learned to stand up for herself at an early age. Rosa went on to become a civil rights activist. In 1955, she refused to give up her seat to a white man on a segregated bus, sparking the Montgomery Bus Boycott. Show less

Rosa Parks grew up in Alabama, where she learned to stand up for herself at an early age. Rosa went on to become a civil rights activist. In 1955, she ref...Show more Rosa Parks grew up in Alabama, where she learned to stand up for herself at an early age. Rosa went on to become a civil rights activist. In 1955, she refused to give up her seat to a white man on a segregated bus, sparking the Montgomery Bus Boycott. Show less

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Ruby Bridges

Ruby Bridges

by Magoon, Kekla

Book - 2021

A chapter book biography of Ruby Bridges. A chapter book biography of Ruby Bridges. Show less

A chapter book biography of Ruby Bridges. A chapter book biography of Ruby Bridges. Show less

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Moses

Moses

When Harriet Tubman Led Her People to Freedom

by Weatherford, Carole Boston

Picture Book - 2006

A fictionalized account of Harriet Tubman's spiritual journey north to freedom. A fictionalized account of Harriet Tubman's spiritual journey north to freedom. Show less

A fictionalized account of Harriet Tubman's spiritual journey north to freedom. A fictionalized account of Harriet Tubman's spiritual journey north to freedom. Show less

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Harriet Tubman

Harriet Tubman

by Kramer, Barbara

Easy Reader - 2020

Find out about the life of Harriet Tubman and how her brave actions working to "conduct" the Underground Railroad helped lead more than 700 slaves to freedom. Find out about the life of Harriet Tubman and how her brave actions working to "conduct" the Underground Railroad helped lead more than 700 slaves to freedom. Show less

Find out about the life of Harriet Tubman and how her brave actions working to "conduct" the Underground Railroad helped lead more than 700 slaves to freedom. Find out about the life of Harriet Tubman and how her brave actions working to "conduct" the Underground Railroad helped lead more than 700 slaves to freedom. Show less

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Little Leaders

Little Leaders

Bold Women in Black History

by Harrison, Vashti

Book - 2017

Among these women, you'll find heroes, role models, and everyday women who did extraordinary things - bold women whose actions and beliefs contributed to making the world better for generations of girls and women to come. Among these women, you'll find heroes, role models, and everyday women who did extraordinary things - bold women whose actions and beliefs contributed to making the world better for generations of girls and women to come. Show less

Among these women, you'll find heroes, role models, and everyday women who did extraordinary things - bold women whose actions and beliefs contributed to making the world better for generations of girls and women to come. Among these women, you'll find heroes, role models, and everyday women who did extraordinary things - bold women whose actions and beliefs contributed to making the world better for generations of girls and women to come. Show less

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Little Legends

Little Legends

Exceptional Men in Black History

by Harrison, Vashti

Book - 2019

Profiles thirty-five prominent men in African American history, including James Armistead Lafayette, Thurgood Marshall, Alvin Ailey, and Leland Melvin. Profiles thirty-five prominent men in African American history, including James Armistead Lafayette, Thurgood Marshall, Alvin Ailey, and Leland Melvin. Show less

Profiles thirty-five prominent men in African American history, including James Armistead Lafayette, Thurgood Marshall, Alvin Ailey, and Leland Melvin. Profiles thirty-five prominent men in African American history, including James Armistead Lafayette, Thurgood Marshall, Alvin Ailey, and Leland Melvin. Show less

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